Texas Longhorns QB Quinn Ewers Sends Bold Message to SEC

Quinn Ewers and the Texas Longhorns head into the 2024 college football season as legitimate national championship contenders.

After reaching the College Football Playoff last season, expectations for the upcoming year have skyrocketed. In order to reach their full potential, the Longhorns are going to need a huge year from their standout quarterback.

One of the big issues for Texas in 2024 is its move to the SEC. The Longhorns immediately become a top contender in the conference, even though the schedule is much tougher and more competitive than the Big 12.

Before the season began, Ewers already sent a bold message to the rest of the SEC.

“It’s definitely a different level. I’ve always wanted to play in the SEC. I know we’re all excited to be a part of a conference like this. Like you said, we’re the biggest sport in the world, and we understand that.”

Looking at the SEC this season, there are many different teams that could be legitimate contenders.

As usual, Alabama will be at the top of the list when it comes to competition. The Georgia Bulldogs are also elite contenders this season.

Ewers will be looking to have a much better season than he had in 2023. His production last year was good, but he will be asked to do even more in 2024.

During the 2023 season, Ewers completed 69.0% of his pass attempts for 3,479 yards, 22 touchdowns, and six interceptions. He also scored five rushing touchdowns. A reasonable goal would be to improve his numbers to around 3,800 yards, 30 touchdowns, and five interceptions.

While he had an impressive career on the Texas field, he is also one of the most decorated NIL athletes in the country. On3 He is ranked 5th among all NIL athletes and 4th in college football. He currently has a NIL value of $1.9 million.

That being said, Ewers will also be playing for his football future. He is considered one of the top quarterback prospects for the 2025 NFL Draft.

If he elevates his game further and leads the Longhorns to the national championship, he’ll have a chance to compete with Shedeur Sanders for the No. 1 overall pick in the draft.